A new phishing trend targets DKB customers
Deutsche Kreditbank AG (DKB) is the target of fraudsters who try to hide behind the bank's good name. A current trend is fake emails that supposedly come from the DKB and ask customers to check their account details.
The scam with the fake email from Deutsche Kreditbank AG
The email, which appears legitimate at first glance, asks customers to click on a link titled “Verify card information.” The email emphasizes that failure to do so will result in the account being blocked - a clear strategy to put pressure on recipients and get them to act quickly.
This is a fake email from Deutsche Kreditbank AG
Beware of the click
However, if you click on the link in the email, you will not end up on the real DKB website. Instead, you will be redirected to a carefully fake website. At first glance it may seem like you are on the right page, but don't be fooled.
Danger in the details
When you enter your details on the fake website, you are putting it directly into the hands of the scammers. From now on, the fraudsters have access to your account, credit card and other confidential information. This could result in significant financial loss and misuse of your personal information. This is a nasty phishing attack !
How to protect yourself
Reputable banks and financial institutions never request sensitive information via email. If you receive an email asking you to verify your account details, contact your bank immediately to clarify the situation.
It is recommended not to click on links in such emails. Instead, open your web browser and manually enter your bank's URL to go to their website. So you can be sure that you are on the right page.
Always keep your antivirus software up to date and be wary of emails that ask you to enter sensitive information. Your money and data are worth protecting.
The DKB itself writes about this topic website
How do I report a phishing email or suspicious SMS?
The most important information first: Never pass on your access data, PIN or TAN via email or SMS. Neither banks nor credit card companies nor authorities, police and security services will ask you by email to reveal this data - not even for supposed security reasons.
Have you received a suspicious email or text message?
Then please forward it as an attachment to [email protected] and then delete it. Don't click on links or open file attachments.
If you are unsure and would first like to ask whether the email you received is really from the DKB, please send us an email to [email protected] .
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